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compositionComposition:ACYCLOVIR-250MG
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Vircilon 250 Infusion 1's
Vircilon 250 Infusion is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of herpes simplex (herpes simplex virus/HSV-1 and HSV-2) infections and varicella-zoster (shingles) infections. This medicine works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus and thereby prevents the infection. It also preventing the reactivation of the cytomegalovirus infection in patients following bone marrow transplantation.
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

ACYCLOVIR-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Celon Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Vircilon 250 Infusion

Vircilon 250 Infusion belongs to the class of 'antivirals' that treats herpes simplex (herpes simplex virus/HSV-1 and HSV-2) infections and varicella-zoster (shingles) infections. Herpes simplex infection, commonly known as herpes, is a viral infection that causes contagious sores, often around the mouth or genitals. Shingle is a viral infection with painful rashes or blisters on the skin.

Vircilon 250 Infusion is composed of Acyclovir, which works by killing and stopping the growth of herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), 2 (HSV-2), and varicella-zoster virus (VZV).

Vircilon 250 Infusion will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Common side effects of Vircilon 250 Infusion include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, itching, hive-like rash, sensitivity to light (photosensitivity), swelling, redness and tenderness at the injection site. These side effects may not occur in every patient using this medication and gradually resolve over time. If the side effects persist longer or worsen, please inform your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any medications. Inform your doctor if you have a weakened immune system, breathing problems, an electrolyte imbalance, and liver or kidney diseases before starting Vircilon 250 Infusion. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should inform their doctor before starting Vircilon 250 Infusion. Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Vircilon 250 Infusion to enable your body to fight off infections. Vircilon 250 Infusion is given to children only when advised by a doctor based on the child's age and weight.

Uses of Vircilon 250 Infusion

Vircilon 250 Infusion is used in the treatment of Herpes simplex and varicella-zoster (shingles) infections. The detailed uses of Vircilon 250 Infusion are as follows:

  • Treat severe herpes simplex infections: Vircilon 250 Infusion is used to manage serious cases of genital herpes, cold sores, and herpetic encephalitis by inhibiting viral replication and reducing symptom severity.
  • Control shingles (herpes zoster): Vircilon 250 Infusion helps relieve pain and prevent complications in patients with shingles, especially those with weakened immune systems.

Key Benefits

Vircilon 250 Infusion treats viral infections caused by the herpes simplex and varicella-zoster viruses. It consists of Acyclovir, an antiviral drug. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the virus. Vircilon 250 Infusion effectively treats herpes simplex encephalitis (brain inflammation by herpes simplex virus) and neonatal herpes simplex virus infection. Vircilon 250 Infusion is also useful in preventing the reactivation of the cytomegalovirus infection in seropositive (showing a positive result of a blood test for a particular antibody) patients following bone marrow transplantation.

Side effects of Vircilon 250 Infusion
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.
  • Eat foods rich in vitamins C and E, and healthy fats.
  • Consider soft foods like smoothies, soups, and scrambled eggs.
  • Take supplements like vitamins C and E, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids under medical supervision.
  • Include anti-inflammatory foods like omega-3 rich foods, berries, leafy greens, and spices.
  • Avoid allergens and consider an elimination diet.
  • Practice gentle skin care with non-irritating cleansers and moisturizers.
  • Keep skin well-moisturized with fragrance-free products.
  • Monitor for complications like infection and temperature regulation.
  • If you experience or encounter any severe allergic reaction, stop using medication and consult the doctor right away.
  • Tell your doctor about the allergic reaction, including the medication taken and any symptoms experienced.
  • Your doctor will evaluate the severity of the reaction and determine the best course of action.
  • To ensure a full recovery, follow your doctor's advice, attend scheduled follow-up appointments, and undergo recommended tests to monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed.
Here are the steps to manage angioedema (Swelling Under The Skin) as a side effect of medication:
  • If you experience angioedema, inform your doctor immediately. Treatment can help keep the swelling under control.
  • Seek medical attention if symptoms are severe, such as difficulty breathing or swallowing.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions to manage symptoms, which may include stopping or adjusting the medication that triggered angioedema.
  • Your doctor may also recommend antihistamines, steroids, or other treatments to reduce swelling and inflammation.
  • Make dietary and lifestyle changes as recommended, such as avoiding trigger foods or reducing stress.
  • Monitor your condition closely and track your symptoms to report them to your doctor.
  • Consult your doctor again if symptoms worsen or do not improve or if you experience any new or concerning symptoms.
Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
  • Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
  • Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
  • If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Apply a hot/cold pack to the affected area.
  • Doing gentle exercises can help cope with pain by stretching muscles.
  • Get enough sleep. It helps enhance mood and lower pain sensitivity.
  • Avoid alcohol, smoking and tobacco as they can increase pain.
  • Follow a well-balanced meal.
  • Meditation and massages may also help with pain.

Directions for Use

  • Vircilon 250 Infusion is administered by healthcare professionals through an intravenous (IV) injection, typically in a hospital setting.
  • The dosage and frequency are determined by your doctor, based on your condition and response to treatment.
  • Do not attempt to self-administer this injection, as improper use may lead to serious side effects.
  • Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions about the medication and any steps to track your progress or precautions during treatment.

How Vircilon 250 Infusion Works

Vircilon 250 Infusion is composed of Acyclovir, which works by killing and stopping the growth of herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), 2 (HSV-2), and varicella-zoster virus (VZV).
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Alcohol

Caution

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Vircilon 250 Infusion to enable your body to fight off infections and reduce the worsening of side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before receiving Vircilon 250 Infusion. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Vircilon 250 Infusion.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Inform the doctor before taking the Vircilon 250 Infusion if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Vircilon 250 Infusion.

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Driving

Caution

Vircilon 250 Infusion usually does not impact your ability to drive or operate machinery. In case you notice any symptoms affecting your driving ability while being treated with Vircilon 250 Infusion, do not drive or operate machinery. Drive only when you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking the Vircilon 250 Infusion. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine if necessary based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be required. If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking the Vircilon 250 Infusion.

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Children

Caution

Your doctor will prescribe the dosage depending on your child's age and weight.

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Heart

Caution

Vircilon 250 Infusion should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor before administering Vircilon 250 Infusion to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe Vircilon 250 Infusion if the benefits outweigh the risks.

What if I have taken an overdose of Vircilon 250 Infusion

Vircilon 250 Infusion is a parenteral formulation,hence the chance of overdose may be less. However, keep a track of your medicine as overdose of Vircilon 250 Infusion may cause serious side effects. Symptoms may include agitation, coma, seizures, lethargy, and precipitation in renal tubules. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any of these side effects.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Eat foods rich in antioxidants, such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Include vitamin and nutrient-rich food such as dark green, yellow, orange, and red vegetables and fruits as it helps to boost your immune system.
  • Opt for lean protein and whole grains.
  • Practise safe sex by using condoms; it helps reduce contact with body fluids from an infected person.
  • Never share personal items that can have your body fluids or blood on them, such as razor blades or toothbrushes.
  • Avoid sharing used needles, other injection or drug equipment.
  • Get tested for other sexually transmitted infections.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Vircilon 250 Infusion to start to work: The time required for Vircilon 250 Infusion to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Vircilon 250 Infusion last: The duration of action for Vircilon 250 Infusion is unknown.

What if you forget to take Vircilon 250 Infusion

If you miss a dose, contact your healthcare provider to reschedule your next dose as needed.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep Vircilon 250 Infusion out of the sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you use prescription, non-prescription drugs, and herbal products before starting Vircilon 250 Infusion. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any components in Vircilon 250 Infusion. Keep your doctor informed of your medical history before starting Vircilon 250 Infusion. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you must inform the healthcare provider. Do not consume alcohol while being treated with Vircilon 250 Infusion.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Vircilon 250 Infusion may interact with painkillers (e..g ibuprofen, naproxen), gout medicines (e.g. probenecid), anti-ulcers (e.g. cimetidine), immunosuppressants (e.g. tacrolimus, ciclosporin, mycophenolate mofetil), anti-depressants (e.g. lithium), and respiratory drugs (e.g. theophylline).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions were found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Brief your doctor if you have a weakened immune system, breathing problems, an electrolyte imbalance, and liver or kidney diseases before starting Vircilon 250 Infusion.

AciclovirCidofovir
Critical
AciclovirIodamide
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AciclovirCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Co-administration of Cidofovir with Acyclovir can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vircilon 250 Infusion with Cidofovir is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should consult a doctor if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, weakness, and palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AciclovirIodamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Coadministration of Iodamide contrast with Vircilon 250 Infusion may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Before undergoing any imaging procedure let your doctor know you are on Vircilon 250 Infusion treatment.
AciclovirSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Coadministration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Sirolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vircilon 250 Infusion with Sirolimus can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience vomiting, a decrease in hunger, irregular urine, weight gain or loss, swelling, difficulty breathing, muscle pain, or weakness, consult a doctor.
AciclovirEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Coadministration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Everolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vircilon 250 Infusion with Everolimus together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, breathing difficulty, muscle pains, dizziness, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Coadministration of Metrizamide in contrast with Vircilon 250 Infusion may increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Before undergoing any imaging procedure, let your doctor know you are on Vircilon 250 Infusion treatment. Look out for signs such as vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, or weakness. Consult the doctor immediately.
AciclovirTacrolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Co-administration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with tacrolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Tacrolimus can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.
AciclovirTenofovir disoproxil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Coadministration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Tenofovir Disoproxil may increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Tenofovir disoproxil can result in an interaction, it can be taken when your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirTenofovir alafenamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Coadministration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Tenofovir alafenamide may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vircilon 250 Infusion with tenofovir alafenamide can result in an interaction. However, if the benefits outweigh the risks, your doctor will prescribe them. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
AciclovirTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Concomitant use of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Tizanidine can increase the risk of developing low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Tizanidine can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as dizziness, excessive sweating, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirAmphotericin b
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vircilon 250 Infusion:
Coadministration of Vircilon 250 Infusion with Amphotericin B can increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vircilon 250 Infusion with Amphotericin b together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult a doctor if you experience irregular urination, muscle ache, shortness if breath, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Vircilon 250 Infusion is used in the treatment of herpes simplex (herpes simplex virus/HSV-1 and HSV-2) infections and varicella-zoster (shingles) infections.

Vircilon 250 Infusion treats viral infections caused by herpes simplex and varicella-zoster viruses by killing and stopping the growth of the virus.

Vircilon 250 Infusion should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any allergic reactions to medicines, liver or kidney diseases, weakened immune system, breathing problems, and an electrolyte imbalance.

Please consult a doctor before you start Vircilon 250 Infusion if you are undergoing any immunizations/vaccinations, especially vaccines against the varicella virus.

Vircilon 250 Infusion may elevate blood urea and creatinine levels that determine kidney functioning. It may also increase liver enzymes. Hence, seek medical advice before undergoing any laboratory examinations.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No 264, Patrika Nagar Madhapur, Hitech City Hyderabad, Telangana India - 500081
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